1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 323 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
